Standard #09-1001
Premises identification
Purpose:
The purpose of this standard is to document the requirements for clearly identifying and marking proper addresses for premises identification and is promulgated pursuant to provisions in the california building code as amended by the san rafael municipal code.
Scope:
The scope of this standard includes premises address numbers, rear addressing, multi-tenant building address numbers, directories, and monument signage for the purpose of premises identification for all new and existing buildings within the city.
Codes and standards:
Premises identification is regulated by the california fire code (cfc), the california building code (cbc), the san rafael municipal code, and this standard. Where applicable, signage must also comply with the accessibility standards for persons with disabilities.
- New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed on the building in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. Numbers painted on the curb do not satisfy this requirement.
- Address numbers shall be arabic numerals or upper case alphabet letters.
- The numbers or letters shall be contrasting in color with their background.
- For all new construction or substantial remodel projects the numbers or letters shall be either internally or externally illuminated.
- Except as specified in table 1 below, exterior address number sizes shall be as follows: minimum of one-half-inch (1/2") stroke by four-inches (4") high for a dwelling unit, and a minimum one-half-inch (1/2") stroke by six-inches (6") high for multi-family residential and commercial buildings.
- Where a building or address number is not readily visible from the street or roadway fronting the property, a monument sign shall be provided at the driveway entrance adjacent to the public way.
- Monument signs shall be in accordance with section 1 above.